NYS ESCORT DRIVER ADVANCED FINAL
SCRIPT 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
⩥ Is it necessary to have a valid Virginia driver's license when applying
for certification as an escort driver? Answer: No (Anyone at least 18
years of age with a valid driver's license can apply -- not just Virginia
licensed drivers)
⩥ What are the objectives of the escort driver certification program?
Answer: Reduce undue delay to the normal flow of traffic.
Prevent increases in insurance costs.
Prevent damage tp the highway system; infrastructure
⩥ Name hazards created by transporting over-dimensional loads.
Answer: Over-width, over-length, over-height, over-weight (utility lines,
mailboxes)
⩥ Per the Code of Virginia $ 46.2 - 2902, how much minimum insurance
coverage does the escort services provider have to keep in force at all
times? Answer: $750,000
, ⩥ How many times may you take an escort vehicle driver knowledge
test in a single business day at any Virginia DMV location? Answer: 1
time
⩥ Mandatory equipment for escort vehicles includes : Answer: Two-way
radio communications
⩥ Escort driver certification expires how many years after the date of
issue? Answer: 5 Years
⩥ When you change your address or your name, who should you notify
concerning your escort certificate? Answer: Virginia DMV Hauling
Permit Department
⩥ Name two conditions that may lead to the revocation or suspension of
your escort certificate. Answer: Any violation that leads to the
revocation of a person's regular driver's license i.e driving under the
influence, failing to renew driver's license.
⩥ Name 3 items that must be checked before starting on an over-
dimensional load movement. Answer: a) Lights - strobe & headlights
(must be on at all times)
b) Over-dimensional load signage
c) Height pole if required (14' 5'')
d) Permit
SCRIPT 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
⩥ Is it necessary to have a valid Virginia driver's license when applying
for certification as an escort driver? Answer: No (Anyone at least 18
years of age with a valid driver's license can apply -- not just Virginia
licensed drivers)
⩥ What are the objectives of the escort driver certification program?
Answer: Reduce undue delay to the normal flow of traffic.
Prevent increases in insurance costs.
Prevent damage tp the highway system; infrastructure
⩥ Name hazards created by transporting over-dimensional loads.
Answer: Over-width, over-length, over-height, over-weight (utility lines,
mailboxes)
⩥ Per the Code of Virginia $ 46.2 - 2902, how much minimum insurance
coverage does the escort services provider have to keep in force at all
times? Answer: $750,000
, ⩥ How many times may you take an escort vehicle driver knowledge
test in a single business day at any Virginia DMV location? Answer: 1
time
⩥ Mandatory equipment for escort vehicles includes : Answer: Two-way
radio communications
⩥ Escort driver certification expires how many years after the date of
issue? Answer: 5 Years
⩥ When you change your address or your name, who should you notify
concerning your escort certificate? Answer: Virginia DMV Hauling
Permit Department
⩥ Name two conditions that may lead to the revocation or suspension of
your escort certificate. Answer: Any violation that leads to the
revocation of a person's regular driver's license i.e driving under the
influence, failing to renew driver's license.
⩥ Name 3 items that must be checked before starting on an over-
dimensional load movement. Answer: a) Lights - strobe & headlights
(must be on at all times)
b) Over-dimensional load signage
c) Height pole if required (14' 5'')
d) Permit
